Bangkok: “Athakorn” reveals that measures to reduce the impact on the agricultural sector from the Trump tax are being considered urgently. The Minister of Agriculture revealed that he has instructed his subordinate agencies to consider measures to reduce the impact on the agricultural sector from the 36% tariff imposed by the United States on imported goods from Thailand. He emphasized

Bangkok: Krungsri Securities reports that the United States has sent a letter to maintain a 36% trade tariff on Thailand, among other countries, in an effort to expedite a deal before August 1, 2025. This move highlights the significance the US places on finalizing trade agreements with these nations. According to Thai News Agency, the US letter targets six out

Bangkok: Thai stocks experienced volatility after the announcement that the United States would maintain a 36% retaliatory tariff on Thai goods, effective August 1. Analysts suggest that this move by the US may be a strategy to pressure Thailand into offering additional trade benefits. They recommend that Thailand establish a ‘war room’ to coordinate negotiations with the US, considering the

Bangkok: Dr. Kobsak Pootrakool, President of the Federation of Thai Capital Market Organizations (FETCO), is closely monitoring the tariff rates imposed by China and India, following Thailand’s imposition of a 36% tariff, which is notably higher than Vietnam’s 16%. There is growing concern that this disparity may lead foreign investors to reconsider their interests in Thailand and potentially shift their

Bangkok: The National Swine Raisers Association has reiterated its opposition to opening the US pork import market, warning the government against using it as leverage in tax reduction negotiations with the United States. The association emphasized that even if US pork is intended for animal feed production, there is a significant risk of it entering the consumer market, potentially harming

Bangkok: The investor confidence index has been adjusted down to the ‘sluggish’ level due to pressure from the Thai political situation and international conflicts. Investors are hoping that the Fed’s policies and economic stimulus measures will help support the economy, while keeping an eye on the outcome of the trade agreement negotiations between the United States and its trading partners.

Bangkok: The SME Bank has partnered with ‘Ngern Dee Dee’, a subsidiary of the Government Savings Bank, to launch Thailand’s first digital loan guarantee service via the Good Money application. This initiative introduces a comprehensive Digital Lending service alongside a Digital Credit Guarantee, enabling seamless loan application tracking. This development aims to empower ‘vulnerable groups’, particularly Micro SMEs, by simplifying